Cornworthy, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cornworthy, Devon.
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About Cornworthy
Cornworthy is a quaint village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. As of 2021, it has a population of 368 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be relevant for local planning applications and development projects.
Population: 372 (2021)
District: South Hams
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Area Information
- Admin district: Teignbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Newton Abbot
- LSOA: Teignbridge 019B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cornworthy.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cornworthy.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Cornworthy based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Cornworthy.
- - Land At Sx 820 556 Cornworthy
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed agricultural dry storage building measuring 13.71m (L) x 9.14m (B) x 5.58m height to ridge
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - Field Sw Of Butts Cross Sx8296 5527 Cornworthy
Change of use of land to equestrian use & proposed stable building
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-28
View full details - - Barn At Sx 825 552, Cornworthy
Demolition of agricultural building and construction of replacement dwelling - (previous approvals 0936/20/PDM and 2930/22/FUL)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - 3 Green Close Cornworthy TQ9 7HW
T1: Norway Maple - fell and grind out stump to control suspected Honey fungus infection.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-12-11
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A brief summary of Cornworthy in Devon
Cornworthy is a quaint village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. As of 2021, it has a population of 368 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be relevant for local planning applications and development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 372 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cornworthy a particularly low-crime area.
Cornworthy has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Cornworthy includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cornworthy planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Cornworthy
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Cornworthy. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cornworthy may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Cornworthy were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.